Commercial Category Analyst

2 days ago

Nigeria Jumia Full time ₦3,000,000 - ₦6,000,000 per year

About Jumia:

Jumia is a leading pan-African e-commerce platform. Its mission is to improve the quality of everyday life in Africa by leveraging technology to deliver innovative, convenient and affordable online services to customers, while helping businesses grow as they use Jumia's platform to better reach and serve customers.

Jumia is built around a marketplace and supported by a proprietary logistics business [Jumia Logistics] and a digital payment and fintech platform [Jumia Pay]. With over 3,000 employees, Jumia is led by top talented leaders offering a great mix of local and international talents and is backed by very high-profile shareholders. Jumia is committed to creating a sustainable impact in Africa.

In April 2019, Jumia was the first Tech company in Africa to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange.



We are looking for a Senior Commercial Analyst with strong revenue management and category optimization capabilities. The ideal candidate will combine analytical expertise with revenue optimization skills to monitor P&L performance, develop actionable insights, and accelerate growth through strategic initiatives. You will take ownership of our data ecosystem while simultaneously managing revenue streams, inventory optimization, and Value-Added Services development.
 
What You Will Be Doing:
  • Monitor Gross Profit P&L performance vs budget and build analysis across all categories leading to action-oriented recommendations
  • Improve GP2 by optimizing seller/customer passthrough and adapting commission matrix for price leadership
  • Reconcile Marketing Contribution and ensure all revenue streams are accurately booked and implemented
  • Collect, clean, and analyze raw data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies
  • Manage master data integrity and provide quality assurance of imported data
  • Create compelling reports and presentations that communicate findings and influence business decisions
  • Develop and accelerate adoption of Value-Added Services (VAS) including product value propositions and market strategies
  • Design action plans for Key Account Managers and ensure seller subscription to visibility services
  • Manage inventory through POs (Retail) and COs (Consignment) ensuring optimal assortment and healthy stock
  • Ensure warehouse products are visible online with proper merchandising and best seller visibility
  • Coordinate repricing strategies for slow movers and Performance Steering Actions with Key Account Managers
  • Partner with internal teams to implement data-driven solutions and optimize processes for profitability and efficiency
  • Collaborate with management on project objectives, budgets, and timelines while continuously improving analytics processes
What We Are Looking For:
  • Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Accounting, Economics, Finance, or related field (MSc is a plus)
  • Minimum 6-8 years of experience in top-tier consulting firms, e-commerce companies, investment banks, audit firms, or as a data/business analyst
  • Advanced proficiency in Power BI, SQL, Tableau, and other analytics software
  • Strong data analysis capabilities with ability to recognize patterns and trends in large datasets
  • Extremely structured, analytical, and organized with strong mathematical and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to translate complex business requirements into actionable insights and communicate them clearly
  • Strong risk assessment abilities and experience developing data-driven business strategies
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to find simple solutions to complex problems
  • Exceptional presentation and communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders
  • Passion for e-commerce and its transformative economic impact
  • Resilient, autonomous, and results-driven with strong attention to detail

We Offer:

  • A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment
  • A unique opportunity of having strong impact in building the African e-commerce sector
  • The opportunity to become part of a highly professional and dynamic team
  • An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation of leaders
 
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